Tnrc 2011

and yes, I'm up early for the surrey rumble... urgh.

Bmmf

I have upgraded to the maxxd

Offensive exposure

Will, were you doing the route today when I saw you in Surrey?

Have you shaved your beard off, James?

If so, I saw you too.

If not, then there is some poor bugger around who looks a bit like you.

How many TNRC riders does it take to change a light bulb?

None are capable at the moment, but you could probably train 1 or 2.

You forgot that someone has to go to IKEA to get a new one.

And everyone uses LEDs these days, anyway.

LED light bulbs.
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Have you shaved your beard off, James?

If so, I saw you too.

If not, then there is some poor bugger around who looks a bit like you.

went on a shaving spree - legs, beard and head

Is it ok for benjam and me to ride out for this ride?

Not that its got fuck all to do with me but where are you on the reserve list?

not on as its so long

was trying to clarify if the reserve was just for trains or the ride as well

all have a similar understanding of the love.

Last Saturday in Surrey Sasmon was questioning the love of hanging out with men in lycra and hurting yourself. In the dark it gets aIl a bit niche.

not on as its so long

was trying to clarify if the reserve was just for trains or the ride as well

it is for both. trains are one factor but having so many people on the roads is another. the cap is the cap ride out or otherwise.

Tuesday March 15th The Widowmaker 19:09 at Waterloo (option for second train at 19:33 for fit dudes only)
trains home 22:54; 23:03; 23:24
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A 29 miler. 3 major climbs including the 18% Whitedown. It's fairly familiar territory out in Surrey.

1. Clintsmoker
   
2. shoots
   
3. 6pt
   
4. Damo
   
5. Des
   
6. jonny
   
7. BMMF
   
8. middleofnowhere
   
9. Mr. Bear
   
10. pistolero (train 1 me finks due to lack of fitness)
    
11. furious tiles
    
12. smiff (rude not to - also train 1 for sure)
    
13. spin2win
    
14. fussballclub
    
15. will (fuck sean! he is off the list)
    
16. BenJam (train one when it comes to shotgunning)
    
17. Sam (will meet you there
    
18. jaygee
    
19. tika
    
20. Joe
    
21. Fox (first train also)
    
22. jenny (first train)(if numbers allow)
    
23. Skully
    
24. braker (first train fo sho)
    
25. Pinky
    
    

Waiting list:

• wools
  
• 
  
• Andrey
  
• Ramaye
  
• Gustav
  
• Calleva
  
• Marco
  
• laner
  
• Friday
  
• dave4 - 1st train, 2nd train, 2nd ride, whatever
  
• Cornelius Trainingfoot
  
• sean
  
• prancer
  

the cap is the cap ride out or otherwise.

This has not been the case in the past. The cap is for trains. But those who are intending to ride out should still go on the list (marked as riding out), so we know how many to expect in the lanes, and who to wait for before setting off.

But this year it's probably a ride cap, rather than train cap, as Texas said :/

Although given the road conditions on those descents at the moment (narrow, wet, gravelly) a smaller group is possibly safer (why am I even signed onto the reserve list)?

The roads are fine. Went up/down them earlier today.

magnet - how did it work?

The roads are fine. Went up/down them earlier today.

That's good to hear they've improved since yesterday.

This has not been the case in the past. The cap is for trains. But those who are intending to ride out should still go on the list (marked as riding out), so we know how many to expect in the lanes, and who to wait for before setting off.

come on!? this is james we are talking about, we have to make as many barriers to him coming along as possible.

TNRC protocol

Just a few pointers to help the rides go smoothly. Thanks for reading and please contact me or post any additions edits etc. As you know the TNRC is not a club and relies even more so on it's riders skills, knowledge, manners etc than anthing else.

Equiptment

lights - These need to be proper night lights. Their purpose is to light up the road ahead not simply for you to be seen. Your front light needs to be strong and remember that if angled too far up will dazzle oncoming cars. Your city rear light should be sufficient. Too strong on the rear and you dazzle fellow riders. There are plenty of links on the TNRC threads but please don't hesitate to post asking for more if you need to.
spares -make sure you have spare tubes and batteries
Food - have whatever you need for 30 miles. Just because we are riding at night doesn't mean you need to bring along a supermarket with you. People do like to nibble on the trains home though.
Money - Have some. you may need to get home from outside london in a taxi if things go pear. It has happened before and it will happen again.
Maps - For your own safety know where you are and how to get home. I personally carry OS maps not print outs but each man makes his own choice. Maps help you and other riders if you get separated. Garmins are welcome. Ride leaders are always thankful for route input when they ask for it but find it distracting if everyone bombards them with helpful advice. Maps should not be used to race off the front independently.
phones - although there is often no coverage it is essential to be in touch. make sure you have some numbers on the ride (thinking of collecting all numbers in a databank for riders to have) especially the elders.

Etiquette

ride leaders / backstops - new for 2011. Each ride has a designated leader a support leader, and two backstops. The idea is to try to keep the ride nice and tight. The simple rule of thumb is please listen carefully to instructions. The leaders will let people know when it is okay to ride in front of them and where there will be stops and gathering points. Backstops will call for single ups and make sure nobody drops off the back and gets lost. Both of these jobs are hard work. With this in mind we want to give everyone a chance to do both jobs throughout the year to see the rides from different perspectives. For example watching from the back as people don't single up or as they watch the ride stretch out is much different from riding at the front where it is often difficult to know what is happening in the dark behind them.

Trains - please make sure that you arrive in time to sort tickets. We board trains as soon as they are posted on the board to avoid last minute chaos with commuters. Please do not block doors etc. This often means being organised so we are two to a door etc (see individual ride info for this information).

shouts and hand signals - We do not recommend waving cars through for liability reasons. We do recommend shouting 'single up' to get riders in front over tot he side so the car is past as soon as possible. Other shouts you will hear include 'car back', 'car up', 'hole' etc. Please point out pot holes with clear hand signals pointed down to the side of the bike. Do not risk losing control of your bike to do so.

Messages - pass messages forwards or backwards clearly. In particular it is important to let people know if you are finding the pace too high or you need to stop for any reason. where possible, If you are struggling we will get you to the front and you can help set the pace (this works on flat sections)

This information is designed to help keep the TNRC enjoyable and successful. They are not intended to stop people from riding. Perhaps some people think that the TNRC is a group of elite riders that do not welcome newcomers. The TNRC welcomes everyone and started only two years ago with a handful of riders. The TNRC has experienced problems out there on the black top and knows what helps to make things run smoothly. It is not an elite bunch of riders but we do need to get back to train stations to catch trains so if you are unable to ride the distance in the time you will be stranded. Ask before you ride if you are not sure we will be happy to help.
The more riders who are familiar with the routes makes for a much easier ride. If you can, do the rides at the weekends in the daytime or on other evenings to get knowledge.
Although the TNRC goes out of its way to make sure nobody gets lost or stranded every individual is responsible for their own safety so be prepared.

come on!? this is james we are talking about, we have to make as many barriers to him coming along as possible.

ha

what were you doing in surrey yesterday? did you hear me shout at you?

^^ give me some feedback on that protocol guys.

EB$2c ROck?

Examples of lights would be good. So that what's unacceptable is clearly pointed out. I know you've discussed it to death. But. It would be good to say: This is the minimum requirement. .

Everything else: GOOD.

it needs something about names on lists and turning up etc

perhaps somebody would like to volunteer to put a nice light compendium together ?

^^ give me some feedback on that protocol guys.

Ha,done and hadn't even read this post.